Selecting the Right Agent

It is essential to have the right Real Estate Agent in charge of selling your home. Not only must they be an effective and professional salesperson, they must also be someone you trust and feel comfortable working with

Our Credentials

Realty 1 is a successful, independently owned and operated real estate agency. Our consultants, Tina McCleland, Robin Newton, Colleen Maloney, Sherryl Dobbie & Nick Stankiewicz are specialists in marketing and sales of homes, town houses and land in Brisbane's western suburbs. The Realty 1 team is committed to providing a high level of service and integrity. If it's experience that counts, there is very little that we don't know when it comes to selling your home. Our marketing strategies have been put to the test. They are successful. We utilise current technology available to us when marketing properties. This can best be seen when you visit our Web Site at www.realty1thegap.com.au . You can feel confident in our ability to help you sell your Home. Realty 1 is an accredited member of the REIQ (Real Estate Institute of Queensland) and we abide by their ethic "The first duty of a salesperson is to the owner of the property". We maintain a high profile and our office is ideally situated for walk-in trade.

The Benefits of dealing with Realty 1 Pty Ltd

Realty 1 is affiliated with IREAN (Independent Real Estate Agents Network) offering national networking benefits to our sellers and buyers. Our sales team work closely to ensure there are no missed opportunities. Buyers looking to purchase in Brisbane come from every corner of the world. We have a high profile office location and prominent presence on the world-wide web. A database of buyers is maintained by the office and all prospective purchasers are advised of new listings as soon as they become available. Our marketing strategies will reach local buyers, interstate buyers & international buyers - if it's exposure you want, we will provide it. We are here to provide a service, to achieve the best possible price for our sellers and to co-ordinate the process, ensuring all sales go through to settlement with no stress or last minute hitches. Realty 1 Pty Ltd offers investment buyers a full property management service that is second to none. We are extremely proud of our individual image and unique business identity. Our growth in a very competitive industry is the result of our high standard of ethics and our commitment to service.

Your Realty 1 Sales Team

Tina McCleland
Principal
Robin Newton
Sales Consultant
Colleen Maloney
Sales Consultant
Sherryl Dobbie
Sales Consultant

Things to keep in mind about the marketing of your home

The Property Market is no different to any other commercial market. It responds to supply and demand. At any one time, buyers will shop around until they find the home that suits their requirements. Research shows that buyers look at 14 homes on average before they buy. They may find more than one home that suits their needs and if they do, then they will buy the Home that represents the best value for them. It is worth making sure that everything possible is done to ensure the saleability of your home before it is offered to the market. When preparing your property for the marketplace we recommend you keep in mind the three 'D's:

  • De-clutter
    Remove any non-essential items from all rooms.
  • De-personalise
    Personal items etc should be stored during the marketing of your property.
  • De-lete
    Now that you have made the decision to move be a little ruthless and rid your house of all those bits & pieces you no longer use or need.

Important questions to ask your Agent prior to signing anything and the answers you need to ensure you have the best person to sell your valued Property.

Is your agency fully licensed with the Dept of Fair Trading and do you have a current salespersons certificate?

My agency is fully licensed with the Department of Fair Trading and I am also a fully licensed Real Estate Agent in Queensland with the Department of Fair Trading. (Note: the License of both the Agency & Salesperson should be on display in the office of the agency).

Is your agency a member of the REIQ?

Answer: Yes, Realty 1 is a Member of the REIQ. (Note: the Certificate of Membership should also be on display in the Office of the Agency) What benefit does this offer clients? Consumer confidence in dealing only with an accredited business.

Lastly, Trust is the most important feeling you must have for the person you are about to employ to sell your most precious possession.

Your real estate agent will become a large part of your life during the process of selling your home or investment property.